Japanese CLOISONNE Bud Vase Red Brown Gold Fleck Phoenix Bird Kyoto Butterfly

***very small chip, please look at all pictures. I circled the area in the last picture **** A beautiful antique Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, likely dating from the Meiji (1868-1912) or Taishō (1912-1926) period, the "Golden Age" of Japanese enameling. This small, baluster-form (bud vase) piece is characterized by its exceptionally rich and detailed craftsmanship. Key Features: Period & Style: Likely Late Meiji/Taishō Period. It is executed in the traditional Kyoto style, known for intricate designs and dense patterning. Design Motifs: Features a brightly enameled Phoenix (Hō-ō) and a Butterfly set against a deep ground. Both are traditional symbols of longevity and good fortune. Enamel/Ground: The main body features a striking reddish-brown/maroon and dark brown/black background, liberally speckled with gold-flecked aventurine inclusions, which sparkle in the light. Wirework: Fine silver or gilt-silver wire (yūsen shippō) creates the intricate cellwork, with detailed repeating patterns on the neck and foot.